US Bridges

IRR/N87 over Patton Creek

Good

Sheridan County, Nebraska · 2S White Clay · Structure no. S087 07512

Built
2006
19 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
117 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,045
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IRR/N87 over Patton Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IRR/N87 over Patton Creek in Sheridan County, Nebraska. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 years old, younger than the Nebraska average of 47.1 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 1,045 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,411 by 2038. The structure is 117 ft (35.7 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 49.7 mi (80 km).

CarriesIRR/N87
CrossesPatton Creek
Location2S White Clay
RouteState Highway 87
Coordinates42.9766, -102.5538
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating63.9 US tons
Inventory rating40.8 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length117 ft (35.7 m)
Longest span115 ft (35.1 m)
Deck width39 ft (11.8 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,045 (2018)
Projected traffic1,411 by 2038
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed49.7 mi (80 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was IRR/N87 over Patton Creek built?

It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.

What condition is IRR/N87 over Patton Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in May 2024.

How much traffic does IRR/N87 over Patton Creek carry?

About 1,045 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is IRR/N87 over Patton Creek?

The structure is 117 ft (35.7 m) long with a longest span of 115 ft (35.1 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.

Who owns IRR/N87 over Patton Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.